eat

Old Monk cake at Monkey Bar

The fanciest Christmas rum cake in town

Camac Street’s Monkey Bar gives the good ol’ rum cake a decadent spin with its Old Monk and Nutella cake. The top-selling dessert is essentially a boozy cake, styled like a traditional layered chocolate cake. The smooth base features balanced rum notes and the Nutella shines through, elevating the nutty profile. The slice of gorgeous chocolate cake is served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The vanilla pairs really well with the rum and the airy ice cream helps the dessert attain the perfect texture.

Boozy desserts are really popular during Christmas and while there are plenty of experimental options around, the Old Monk cake stuns with its classic, simplistic approach. Pair it with a traditional mulled wine from the menu or something spicier.